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Person playing a violin with focus on the instrument and hands, sitting on a blue couch.

Musical notes: news and updates

Welcome to Musical Notes!

We share your passion for music and regularly interview musicians of all genres while covering a wide variety of musical topics, which we’re delighted to share with you here. Some of this was previously published in Lark Music Magazine – and while our magazine has since bowed out, you can still browse past issues in our online archive.

A man stands by a body of water holding a flute. He is wearing a gray shirt and smiling, with a blurred cityscape in the background.
From playing the Penny Whistle to seasoned Flautist: Spotlight with Gareth Mclearnon
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How to make money as a musician: Going digital with your music
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The House of Music: Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason talks to us about her story
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How to clean your saxophone
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A person in a black suit stands smiling in front of an organ console with numerous buttons and a music sheet.
Anna Lapwood tells Lark Music how she's following her teachers' lead
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A musician plays the French horn on stage, seated next to another horn player, in a well-lit concert setting.
Kira Doherty thrives on challenges of change
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Young musician playing piano on stage with orchestra in the background.
Rebeca Omordia brings to life the rhythms of African culture
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How musicians can help look after their mental health
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Daidrum: Drumming Up a New Audience
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